Bloom in Motion: The IOF's Wearable Floral Fashion Competition
Get ready to showcase your creativity at Ireland's premier garden event!
Floristry is so much more than arranging flowers in a vase. It's an art form, a craft, and a skilled profession that combines technical expertise with boundless creativity. And this year at Bloom 2025, the Institute of Flowers is giving Irish florists the perfect stage to demonstrate just that.
A Celebration of Irish Floristry
We're thrilled to announce our Wearable Floral Fashion competition – an exciting opportunity for everyone in our industry to create something truly spectacular. This isn't just another competition; it's a celebration of the talent, innovation, and passion that runs through the veins of Irish floristry.
From floral headpieces that command attention to shoulder designs that transform the human form, this competition invites you to push the boundaries of what's possible when flowers meet fashion.
Everyone Is Welcome
What makes this competition special is its inclusivity. We're opening our arms to:
Students** just beginning their floristry journey
Established florists** with years of experience
Flower farmers** with a creative flair
Anyone** working or studying floristry
This diversity is what makes our industry so vibrant, and we want the competition to reflect that. Whether you've been arranging flowers for decades or you're still mastering the basics, your vision matters and deserves to be seen.
Why Enter?
Beyond the excitement of creating something extraordinary, this competition offers:
Visibility** for your work and business at Ireland's biggest garden show
Recognition** from both industry peers and the public
A platform** to showcase the skill and craftsmanship behind professional floristry
Valuable prizes** for winners, including VDP vouchers, leadership course, Irish green guys vouchers and much more…
A chance to be noticed
Most importantly, it's an opportunity to join forces with fellow florists to elevate our entire industry. Together, we can show the public that floristry is so much more than "playing with flowers" – it's a skilled profession worthy of respect and admiration.
The Details
Theme:** Wearable Floral Fashion – create a piece that celebrates the artistry of professional floristry
Judging Criteria:** Visual impact, technical skill, creativity, use of colour and adherence to theme
When:** Throughout Bloom weekend (31 May - 2 June 2025)
Where:** Institute of Flowers stand at Bloom 2025
## How to Get Involved
Entering couldn't be simpler. Simply come to the IOF stand at Bloom with your completed wearable piece for entry, where we'll take photos and videos to showcase your creation. The focus is on having fun and letting your creativity shine – not on complex rules or strict guidelines.
Ready to Bloom?
This is your moment to be bold, be brilliant, and be blooming proud of your craft. Start planning your design now, and get ready to show Ireland what makes floristry such a special profession.
Let's create something unforgettable together!
*For more information about the competition or the Institute of Flowers, contact us at hello@instituteofflowers.com
*The Institute of Flowers (IOF) was established in October 2024 to champion, protect, and elevate floristry in Ireland. Through advocacy, collaboration, and opportunity, we are shaping a stronger future for the industry—one where florists thrive, businesses grow, and new talent is inspired to join the profession.*
